{"id":149784,"date":"2024-12-31T19:30:12","date_gmt":"2024-12-31T19:30:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gamersheroes.com\/?p=149784"},"modified":"2024-12-31T19:30:13","modified_gmt":"2024-12-31T19:30:13","slug":"gamers-heroes-2024-game-of-the-year-awards","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gamersheroes.com\/features\/gamers-heroes-2024-game-of-the-year-awards\/","title":{"rendered":"Gamers Heroes&#8217; 2024 Game of the Year Awards"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If nothing else, 2024 was an interesting year in the gaming space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While there were a number of\u2026happenings in game development side and countless hot takes (<a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/ghbsmith\">just ask Smith<\/a>), there was also a lot of good as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whether you loved Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League or couldn\u2019t get enough of Webfishing, 2024 had a little bit of something for all types of gamers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Smith, Johnny, and Casey are ending the year with Gamers Heroes&#8217; 2024 Game of the Year Awards to give credit where credit\u2019s due. These five titles not only left a lasting impact when all was said and done, they also sparked joy Marie Kondo-style &#8211; and that\u2019s what gaming is all about!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here are Gamers Heroes&#8217; 2024 Game of the Year Awards, in no particular order\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"LIKE A DRAGON: INFINITE WEALTH | LAUNCH 101 TRAILER\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/NsEhtwkHDt0?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bringing good luck, warm beaches, and Danny Trejo to the space, SEGA and Ryu ga Gotoku\u2019s Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth started the year out strong.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Players were treated to a story that featured both Ichiban Kasuga and OG protagonist Kazuma Kiryu as they hit up both Japan and Hawaii in what amounted to the meatest adventure in the series to date.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Combat-wise, Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth&#8217;s &#8220;Live Command RPG&#8221; Battle System always kept things satisfying, complete with countless classes to explore. That&#8217;s not to mention the personality traits that let players go out and truly expore its world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On that note, Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth had a wealth of activities to do. From Dondoko Island island management to pizza delivery Crazy Taxi-style in Crazy Delivery, we truly got lost in its world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With winter back once more, we eagerly await our next sunny adventure with Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201c2024 picks up right where 2023 left off with a banger of a title in Like A Dragon Infinite Wealth. Anyone who likes big, meaty RPGs should give this one a whirl.\u201d &#8211; Johnny Hurricane, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gamersheroes.com\/honest-game-reviews\/like-a-dragon-infinite-wealth-review\/\">Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth Review<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth is available for the PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dragon\u2019s Dogma II<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Dragon&#039;s Dogma 2 - Launch Trailer\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/6SwRuaVwC8c?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are a number of worlds that players can get lost in, but Capcom dared to be different with the hotly-anticipated Dragon\u2019s Dogma II earlier this year &#8211; and they delivered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A true jouney in every sense of the world, Dragon&#8217;s Dogma II makes players earn everything and fight for it with all of their might. Convenience is thrown out the window as players fail and struggle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, in struggle lies growth, and that&#8217;s where Dragon&#8217;s Dogma II truly shines. While a slow burn, everything from Dragon&#8217;s Dogma II&#8217;s pawn system to its persistent stories are some of the most satisfying we have ever experienced.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cDragon\u2019s Dogma 2 feels like the first proper RPG I\u2019ve played in years. Its world is captivating, filled with stories both told and waiting to be found. This is a must-play for RPG fans who\u2019ve grown tired of the hand-holding nature of modern games and just want to get lost somewhere magical and quite frankly, brutal as hell.\u201d &#8211; Blaine Smith, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gamersheroes.com\/honest-game-reviews\/dragons-dogma-2-review\/\">Dragon\u2019s Dogma 2 Review<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dragon\u2019s Dogma 2 is available for the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Path of Exile 2<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Path of Exile 2 Early Access - 1 Million Redemptions!\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/-iFva8e6PhA?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Featuring 240 active skill gems and 200 support gems, Grinding Gear Games went big with their action RPG follow-up Path of Exile 2.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This title does everything right as players explore the land of Wraeclast. New to this release are 12 charactger classes (out of a total of 36 Ascendancy Classes), a New Skill Gem System, new items, and a chance to dual-specizlie one&#8217;s Passive Skill Tree with a staggering 1,500 skills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While it came out earlier in December, we just can\u2019t get enough of Path of Exile 2, and will be playing it religiously in the months to come.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Path of Exile 2 is available in Early Access for the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Star Wars Outlaws<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Star Wars Outlaws: Official Launch Trailer\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/HlfuN4yj3yg?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Star Wars meets open world with the release of Massive Entertainment and Ubisoft&#8217;s Star Wars Outlaws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Following the adventures of Kay Vess and her cute and furry companion Nix, Star Wars Outlaws consistently kept thigns friend with new characters and planets blended into old that just felt good.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While it can be easy to be burnt out with open world titles as of late, we have never felt a Star Wars video game as authentic as Star Wars Outlaws.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On top of that, Star Wars Outlaws is a looker. While we have long since finished the title proper, we are still drawn to fighting stuff in space, for no other reason than it just looks amazing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cMassive Entertainment created breathtaking environments across the galaxy, delivered a fast-paced combat system true to the scoundrel style, and crafted a story that rivals the modern movies. Star Wars Outlaws is, simply put, the Star Wars game of a generation.\u201d &#8211; Blaine Smith, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gamersheroes.com\/honest-game-reviews\/star-wars-outlaws-review\/\">Star Wars Outlaws Review<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Star Wars Outlaws is available for the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Indiana Jones and the Great Circle<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Official Launch Trailer: Indiana Jones and the Great Circle\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/sq97d1RkdRM?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As we said in our review, \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.gamersheroes.com\/honest-game-reviews\/indiana-jones-and-the-great-circle-review\/\">Indiana Jones and The Great Circle goes to show that MachineGames has an eye for fortune and glory<\/a>.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The storied archaeologist has fallen on hard times in the movie space as of late, but this new Indy outing brought back the excitement we so desperately craved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Featuirng a first person perspective, combat packs a punch &#8211; complete with a whip that can disarm, trip, slap, and distract that makes it an unstoppable force in due time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As we traveled through Indiana Jones and the Great Circle&#8217;s world, our trips to the Vatican, Gizeh, and other locales kept us truly immersed with its quests, relics, mysteries, and other spots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Of course, an adventure as grand as this one needs puzzles, and we greatly appreciated how Indiana Jones and the Great Circle kept us thinking. We wouldn&#8217;t have it any other way!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cIndiana Jones and The Great Circle goes to show that MachineGames has an eye for fortune and glory. Not only is this title another great addition to Xbox Game Pass, it\u2019s an absolute must for fans of the infamous Indy.\u201d &#8211; Johnny Hurricane, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gamersheroes.com\/honest-game-reviews\/indiana-jones-and-the-great-circle-review\/\">Indiana Jones and the Great Circle Review<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is available for the Xbox Series X|S and PC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Is there a specific video game that stood out to you in 2024? We\u2019re all ears &#8211; let us know in the comments.<\/p>\n\n\n<section class=\"wp-block-ub-post-grid ub-block-post-grid align  is-equal-height preserve-post-image-aspect-ratio\" style=\"\" id=\"ub-post-grid-9255c460-2644-4630-bf1c-37d16d9ae41d\"><div class=\"ub-post-grid-items is-list\" style=\"row-gap: 32px; column-gap: 32px; \"><article id=\"post-172830\" class=\"ub-post-grid-item post-172830 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-features category-game-articles category-game-previews tag-features tag-game-articles tag-game-previews\" style=\"\"><div class=\"ub-block-post-grid-image\" style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gamersheroes.com\/game-previews\/fatal-fury-city-of-the-wolves-mr-karate-preview\/\" rel=\"bookmark\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAYYAAADcAQMAAABOLJSDAAAAA1BMVEUAAACnej3aAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAACJJREFUaIHtwTEBAAAAwqD1T20ND6AAAAAAAAAAAAAA4N8AKvgAAUFIrrEAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" class=\"attachment-full size-full lazy-img\" alt=\"Fatal Fury City of the Wolves Mr. Karate Preview - Gamers Heroes\" style=\"max-width: 600px; \" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.gamersheroes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Fatal-Fury-City-of-the-Wolves-Mr.-Karate-Preview-Gamers-Heroes.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/a><\/div><div class=\"ub-block-post-grid-text\" style=\"\"><div class=\"ub-block-post-grid-header-content\"><header class=\"ub-block-post-grid-header\"><h2 class=\"ub-block-post-grid-title\"><a style=\"--ub-post-grid-title-color: #ffffff; \" href=\"https:\/\/www.gamersheroes.com\/game-previews\/fatal-fury-city-of-the-wolves-mr-karate-preview\/\" rel=\"bookmark\">Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves Mr. Karate Preview<\/a><\/h2><\/header><\/div><div class=\"ub-block-post-grid-excerpt\"><div class=\"ub-block-post-grid-excerpt-text\" style=\"\"><p>With the inclusion of Mr. Karate in Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves May 27, this man in the tengu mask is here to show players the true potential of Drago Supremo and beyond.<\/p>\n<\/div><p><a class=\"ub-block-post-grid-more-link ub-text-link\" style=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gamersheroes.com\/game-previews\/fatal-fury-city-of-the-wolves-mr-karate-preview\/\" rel=\"bookmark\">Continue Reading <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves Mr. Karate Preview<\/span><\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/article>\n<article id=\"post-171943\" class=\"ub-post-grid-item post-171943 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-features category-game-articles category-game-interviews tag-features tag-game-articles tag-game-interviews\" style=\"\"><div class=\"ub-block-post-grid-image\" style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gamersheroes.com\/game-interviews\/zach-aguilar-interview\/\" rel=\"bookmark\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAYYAAADcAQMAAABOLJSDAAAAA1BMVEUAAACnej3aAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAACJJREFUaIHtwTEBAAAAwqD1T20ND6AAAAAAAAAAAAAA4N8AKvgAAUFIrrEAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" class=\"attachment-full size-full lazy-img\" alt=\"Zach Aguilar Interview - Gamers Heroes\" style=\"max-width: 600px; \" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.gamersheroes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Zach-Aguilar-Interview-Gamers-Heroes.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/a><\/div><div class=\"ub-block-post-grid-text\" style=\"\"><div class=\"ub-block-post-grid-header-content\"><header class=\"ub-block-post-grid-header\"><h2 class=\"ub-block-post-grid-title\"><a style=\"--ub-post-grid-title-color: #ffffff; \" href=\"https:\/\/www.gamersheroes.com\/game-interviews\/zach-aguilar-interview\/\" rel=\"bookmark\">Zach Aguilar Interview \u2013 Iconic VA Talks Demon Slayer, Smash Bros &amp; More<\/a><\/h2><\/header><\/div><div class=\"ub-block-post-grid-excerpt\"><div class=\"ub-block-post-grid-excerpt-text\" style=\"\"><p>We recently spoke with Zach Aguilar about Demon Slayer, Smash Bros, and even his experiences as a cookie \u2013 learn more with our interview\u2026<\/p>\n<\/div><p><a class=\"ub-block-post-grid-more-link ub-text-link\" style=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gamersheroes.com\/game-interviews\/zach-aguilar-interview\/\" rel=\"bookmark\">Continue Reading <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Zach Aguilar Interview \u2013 Iconic VA Talks Demon Slayer, Smash Bros &amp; More<\/span><\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/article>\n<article id=\"post-171784\" class=\"ub-post-grid-item post-171784 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-features category-game-articles category-game-interviews tag-features tag-game-articles tag-game-interviews\" style=\"\"><div class=\"ub-block-post-grid-image\" style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gamersheroes.com\/game-interviews\/gambonanza-interview\/\" rel=\"bookmark\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAYYAAADcAQMAAABOLJSDAAAAA1BMVEUAAACnej3aAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAACJJREFUaIHtwTEBAAAAwqD1T20ND6AAAAAAAAAAAAAA4N8AKvgAAUFIrrEAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" class=\"attachment-full size-full lazy-img\" alt=\"Gambonanza Interview KV - Gamers Heroes\" style=\"max-width: 600px; \" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.gamersheroes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Gambonanza-Interview-KV-Gamers-Heroes-1.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/a><\/div><div class=\"ub-block-post-grid-text\" style=\"\"><div class=\"ub-block-post-grid-header-content\"><header class=\"ub-block-post-grid-header\"><h2 class=\"ub-block-post-grid-title\"><a style=\"--ub-post-grid-title-color: #ffffff; 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\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.gamersheroes.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/The-Expanse-Osiris-Reborn-Preview-KV-Gamers-Heroes.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/a><\/div><div class=\"ub-block-post-grid-text\" style=\"\"><div class=\"ub-block-post-grid-header-content\"><header class=\"ub-block-post-grid-header\"><h2 class=\"ub-block-post-grid-title\"><a style=\"--ub-post-grid-title-color: #ffffff; \" href=\"https:\/\/www.gamersheroes.com\/game-previews\/the-expanse-osiris-reborn-preview-filling-the-mass-effect-void\/\" rel=\"bookmark\">The Expanse: Osiris Reborn Preview \u2013 Filling the Mass Effect Void!<\/a><\/h2><\/header><\/div><div class=\"ub-block-post-grid-excerpt\"><div class=\"ub-block-post-grid-excerpt-text\" style=\"\"><p>While unfamiliar with The Expanse until now, The Expanse: Osiris Reborn features an S-tier atmosphere that could very well take the crown of \u201cBest Space RPG.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div><p><a class=\"ub-block-post-grid-more-link ub-text-link\" style=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gamersheroes.com\/game-previews\/the-expanse-osiris-reborn-preview-filling-the-mass-effect-void\/\" rel=\"bookmark\">Continue Reading <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">The Expanse: Osiris Reborn Preview \u2013 Filling the Mass Effect Void!<\/span><\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/article>\n<article id=\"post-171488\" class=\"ub-post-grid-item post-171488 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-features category-game-articles category-game-interviews tag-features tag-game-articles tag-game-interviews\" style=\"\"><div class=\"ub-block-post-grid-image\" style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gamersheroes.com\/game-interviews\/kuloniku-bowl-up-interview\/\" rel=\"bookmark\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAYYAAADcAQMAAABOLJSDAAAAA1BMVEUAAACnej3aAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAACJJREFUaIHtwTEBAAAAwqD1T20ND6AAAAAAAAAAAAAA4N8AKvgAAUFIrrEAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\" class=\"attachment-full size-full lazy-img\" alt=\"KuloNiku Bowl Up! 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